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Food Safety — Science STD 7 — Question

Maharashtra BoardEnglish MediumSTD 7ScienceFood Safety2 Marks
Question
Potatoes and onions are treated with gamma rays.
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Answer

Potatoes and onions are treated with gamma rays because irradiation with gamma rays prevents their wastage due to sprouting and increases their shelf life.

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